Project Traits

State: North Carolina

Congressional District: NC11

Organization Type: Tribal Nation

Partner Organization(s) Type: None or Unknown

Energy Sector: Transportation, Clean Power

Energy Subsector: EV Chargers, Solar

Project Start Year: Unknown

Project Launch Year: Unknown

Government Support Received: Federal Grant [Climate Pollution Reduction Grant] for $4,999,999

Outcomes & Impacts

Private Investment: Unknown

Jobs Announced or Created: Unknown

People Served: Unknown

Projected Economic Impact: Unknown

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has awarded $300 million in Climate Pollution Reduction Grants to 34 Tribal nations and territories. These grants, part of President Biden's Investing in America agenda, aim to cut climate pollution and accelerate the clean energy transition. The projects include installing solar arrays, improving energy efficiency, and developing electric vehicle infrastructure. This marks one of the largest climate investments in Tribal and territorial communities.

The Kituwah Electrification and Decarbonization Collaborative selected application will support the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians in the development of sustainable energy infrastructure to provide cleaner transportation options, increase climate resiliency, and promote learning. The proposed project will help the Tribe achieve ambitious reduction goals outlined in its 2021 Tribal Resolution through the development of a solar microgrid and storage system at the Cherokee Boys Club school bus depot, installation of solar power at Tribal buildings, and deployment of electric vehicle charging infrastructure.

Project estimated to reduce 25,400 metric tons of CO2 between 2025 and 2030, as well as 151,000 metric tons of CO2 between 2025 and 2050.